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Charcoal

#3F464D

A deep, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
3F464D
RGB
63, 70, 77
HSL
210, 10%, 27%
HSB
210, 18%, 30%
CMYK
18, 9, 0, 70
LAB
29, -2, -5
LCH
29, 6, 252
OKLCH
0.39, 0.02, 248
XYZ
6, 6, 8
LUV
29, -4, -6
HWB
210, 25%, 70%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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